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United Airlines

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At a glance

United Airlines is the third largest airline in the nation.  It’s headquartered in Chicago, which is also the location of the largest United hub.  United has a collection of co-branded credit cards that allow you to rack up miles, gain access to lounges, and more. This article directory gives you the resources to plan out your travel strategy for United Airlines.

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Latest Reviews

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Long-haul from Maui: A 767 red-eye to Newark in United’s best business-class seat
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What it’s like flying United’s newest flagship transcon routes from New York-JFK
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TPG round-up: 5 worst economy meals in the sky
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8 ways the United Polaris long-haul experience has changed
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The good – and bad – of flying United’s transcon Polaris during the pandemic
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Flight review: United’s A320 in Economy Plus from New York to Denver

Essential Reading

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United Airlines baggage fees and how to avoid paying them
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Your ultimate guide to United Airlines partners
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A comprehensive guide to United Airlines’ new same-day flight change policy
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Latest Deals

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Deal roundup: Escape to Key West, Bangkok, Orlando and more
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Florida Deal Alert: Escape to Key West, Miami this winter for under $299
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Deal Alert: Fly United’s new routes to Europe with wide-open business class award space
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Dublin deal alert: Flights to Ireland for as low as $335 round-trip
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Winter deal alert: Fly nonstop to Cancun for less than $200
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Deal Alert: Visit Chicago for as little as $79 nonstop

All United Stories

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9 common misconceptions about the Canary Islands
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Your vacation guide to Tenerife, Canary Islands
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Limited time offer: Earn 5x United miles on your donation to hunger-relief charities
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US reopens Nov. 8, United makes long-haul push and Delta’s A330 upgrades
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United Airlines flight credits: Everything you need to know
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United just gave flyers a very exciting Polaris retrofit update
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United just revealed the reopening timeline for its Polaris Lounges
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United Airlines unveils 8 new long-haul routes for summer 2022
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How to maximize benefits with the Amex Platinum Card; over $900 in new statement credits added
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Scotland no longer requires a negative COVID-19 test for vaccinated visitors
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Update: Chile now open to vaccinated visitors, dropping quarantine requirement
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Florida tourism on the rebound as airlines add flights and hotels sell out

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